Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home with lighter scents that feel clean and welcoming. I love swapping out heavier winter fragrances for something soft and natural.
A simmer pot made with lavender and chamomile fills your space with gentle floral warmth without relying on sprays or artificial air fresheners. It is affordable, simple to make, and brings instant comfort to your home.
If you want your house to smell like spring in the easiest way possible, this recipe is for you.
What Is a Simmer Pot?
A simmer pot is a pot of water filled with natural ingredients that gently heats on the stove to release fragrance.
As the water warms, herbs, fruit, and spices slowly infuse the air with scent. It is one of the easiest ways to create a natural home fragrance without chemicals.
Related: Spring Simmer Pot Recipes to Refresh Your Home
Ingredients
• Lavender, fresh or dried
• Chamomile flowers or chamomile tea bags
• Lemon slices
• Apple slices
• Vanilla extract
• Cinnamon stick, optional but recommended for warmth
Adjust amounts based on the size of your pot and how strong you want the scent.
Instructions
- Fill a small or medium pot with water, leaving room at the top.
- Add all ingredients directly into the water.
- Bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce to a low simmer.
- Let it simmer for 1 to 3 hours.
- Add more water as needed to prevent it from drying out.
Never leave it unattended and always monitor the water level.
Variations
• Add rosemary for an herbal twist
• Use orange slices instead of lemon for a sweeter scent
• Swap chamomile for fresh mint
• Add star anise and extra cinnamon for a cozy seasonal feel
• Turn it into a holiday version with cranberries and cloves
You can adjust it depending on what ingredients you already have.
Tips & Safety
• Keep enough water in the pot so ingredients do not burn
• Check it every 30 minutes and refill water as needed
• Ingredients can often be reused for a second simmer the same day
• Keep children and pets away from the hot stove
Lisa Crow contributed to this article. She is a true crime junkie and lifestyle blogger based in Waco, Texas. Lisa is the Head of Content at Gigi’s Ramblings and Southern Bred True Crime Junkie. She spends her free time traveling when she can and making memories with her large family which consists of six children and fifteen grandchildren.